The cheapest and fastest trains from Alton to Durham
Cheapest price
£85
Average price
£85
Fastest journey
5 h 9 m
Average duration
5 h 9 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
405 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Alton to Durham is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Alton to Durham will cost around £85 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £85.
Of the 1 trains that leave Alton for Durham every day 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 405 km distance in an average of 5 h 9 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 5 h 9 m .
The slowest trains will take 5 h 9 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.


Live departures
Alton to Durham train times
The table below shows live departures for Alton to Durham trains for today, Saturday 6 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 05:14 Alton | 5h10 | 10:24 Durham | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 05:44 Alton | 5h32 | 11:16 Durham | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Alton to Durham
Trains from Alton to Durham run on average 4 times per day, taking around 4h 33m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £120 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 04:54, the last at 19:43. The fastest train covers the 405 km distance in 8h 15m.
Distance 405 km |
Average train duration 4h 33m |
Cheapest ticket price £120 |
Trains per day 4 |
Fastest train 8h 15m |
First train 04:54 |
Last train 19:43 |
Train companies: LNER from Alton to Durham trainsLNER trains will get you between Alton and Durham from £120. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Alton to Durham train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Alton to Durham by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Durham, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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Important Stations and Airports in Alton and Durham
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:30 - 19:00 Saturday 07:30 - 17:30 Sunday 08:30 - 16:00
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Step-free category A Station. Level access to Platform 1. Lifts to Platform 2.
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: All South Western Railway ticket machines are able to sell tickets with Disabled Persons Railcard discounts. All machines are accessible, however the station may not be so please check the station access note for further details
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located on Platform 1. The National key toilets are located on Platform 1; these toilets are operated by a radar key. The toilet facilities are only available during Ticket Office opening hours.
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: The National key toilets are located on Platform 1; these toilets are operated by a radar key. The toilet facilities are only during Ticket Office opening hours.
- Baby changing facilities: No
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage location: Platform 1
- Storage CCTV: No
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Station Forecourt, Station Road
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:00 - 18:00 Saturday 07:00 - 17:00 Sunday 09:00 - 16:00
- Car Park: Short stay
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located on the Concourse of both platforms. The National key toilets are located on both platforms; these toilets are operated by a RADAR key. A RADAR key is available from the Customer Information Points on both platforms.
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: The National key toilets are located on both platforms; these toilets are operated by a radar key. A radar key is available from the Customer Information Points on both platforms.
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Waiting rooms location: This station has heated waiting rooms available. Seating is available at an accessible height in the waiting room and on platforms Waiting Room Platform 1 opening hours Monday to Saturday - 04:00 - 22:00 Sunday 08:00 - 22:00 Platform 2 opening hours Monday to Saturday 05:30 - 20:00 Sunday 09:00 - 20:00
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: North end of Platforms 1 and 2
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Pick Up / Drop Off in the station car park.
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